The photographer uses a low-angle shot, kneeling close to the lower part of the display cabinet, employing a close-up composition to focus on the wooden sculpture’s details and textures. A medium to long focal length lens of 50mm-85mm or a 2x-3x zoom on a phone is used to compress the space and better highlight the details. Equipment: Use 2x or 3x zoom on a phone, or a 50-85mm lens on a camera. Flash must be turned off. Post-processing: Brighten the image to emphasize the wood texture, and remove any dirt or reflections on the glass. Travel: Make a reservation in advance! Head to Hall 13 on the 4th floor at 9 AM. Bring a small bag, and shoot quietly and quickly.

National Museum of China - Exhibit of Song Dynasty Buddha Head in Gallery 13

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16 East Chang'an Avenue, Dongcheng District, Beijing, inside the National Museum of China, east of Tiananmen Square

Photography Tips

The photographer uses a low-angle shot, kneeling close to the lower part of the display cabinet, employing a close-up composition to focus on the wooden sculpture’s details and textures. A medium to long focal length lens of 50mm-85mm or a 2x-3x zoom on a phone is used to compress the space and better highlight the details. Equipment: Use 2x or 3x zoom on a phone, or a 50-85mm lens on a camera. Flash must be turned off. Post-processing: Brighten the image to emphasize the wood texture, and remove any dirt or reflections on the glass. Travel: Make a reservation in advance! Head to Hall 13 on the 4th floor at 9 AM. Bring a small bag, and shoot quietly and quickly.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 1 to Tiananmen East Station and exit at either the C (Southeast) or D exit. After exiting, walk to the National Museum of China. Once inside the museum, follow the signs to the fourth floor of the South Wing, where you will find Hall 13, the Gallery of Ancient Chinese Buddhist Sculpture. Upon entering the hall, you will see the Song Dynasty Buddhist head.